Description
This Crispy Brussel Sprout Salad with Lemon Dressing is a crunchy, refreshing salad made with thinly shaved Brussels sprouts, toasted pecans, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and a bright lemon dressing. It is hearty, flavorful, keto-friendly, and perfect for meal prep or a healthy side dish.
Ingredients
- Brussel Sprout Salad:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
- 2 ounces pecans
- 1 ounce pumpkin seeds
- 1 ounce sunflower seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt, to taste
- 16 ounces Brussels sprouts
- Lemon Dressing:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 medium lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the Brussels sprouts thoroughly.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over low to medium heat.
- Stir in the chili paste and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Add the pecans and stir to coat evenly in the chili oil mixture.
- Add the pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cumin, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook for several minutes, stirring occasionally, until the nuts and seeds are lightly toasted.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Trim the Brussels sprouts and slice them very thinly using a knife or mandoline.
- Place the shaved Brussels sprouts into a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the Brussels sprouts and toss well to coat evenly.
- Let the salad marinate for about 10 minutes to soften the sprouts slightly.
- Add the toasted nut and seed mixture just before serving.
- Toss gently, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Store the toasted nuts and seeds separately for the best crunch.
- Fresh lemon juice provides the brightest flavor.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
- Walnuts or almonds can replace pecans if preferred.
- Use a mandoline slicer for evenly thin Brussels sprouts.
- This salad is naturally keto-friendly, vegan, and gluten-free.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Allow refrigerated salad to sit at room temperature briefly before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 46.2g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 37g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3.9g
- Protein: 7.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
